Christian Pulisic’s AC Milan stunned by Napoli 2-0 as Rasmus Hojlund and David Neres score in 2025 Supercoppa Italiana semifinal

Following an impressive game between Napoli and AC Milan, David Neres and Rasmus Höjlund emerged as key stars on the Napolitanean side, scoring two goals.  That wraps up our live coverage of the 2025 Supercoppa Italiana semifinal. Thanks for keeping with us!

In contrast to the first half, the second half was dominated by fouls and even injuries. In view of this, the referee announced seven minutes of added time to finish the game.

After a successful counterattack, Scott McTominay's right-footed shot went wide.

Napoli (2) vs AC Milan (0)

Reacting to Massimiliano Allegri's changes, Napoli decided to take off Eljif Elmas, Matteo Politano, Leonardo Spinazzola and Rasmus Hojlund, giving playing time to Pasquale Mazzocchi, Lorenzo Lucca, Miguel Gutierrez and Noa Lang.

Looking to control the midfield, AC Milan decide to bring on Luka Modric, taking off Ardon Jashari.

In order to reverse the result, AC Milan decide to make some surprising changes in the team. Alexis Saelemakers and Koni De Winter leave, while Zachary Athekame and Youssouf Fofana enter, looking for a change in the dynamics.

After a recovery in midfield from Leonardo Spinazzola, Rasmus Hojlund receives the ball and runs past the AC Milan defenders. Then, he manages to score with quality, beating Mike Maignan.

Napoli (2) vs AC Milan (0)

After a foul by AC Milan's Ruben Loftus-Cheek, Napoli defender Juan Jesus falls to the ground and is being treated on the field.

The second half is already underway with Napoli trying to hold the victory, while Napoli chase to tie the game. No substitutions on either side.

Following a highly competitive game, referee announces the end of the first half.

Napoli (1) vs AC Milan (0)

David Neres manages to surprise everyone by scoring the opening goal of the match. After an incredible pass from Rasmus Højlund, the Brazilian finishes with composure, beating AC Milan goalkeeper Mike Maignan.

After a quick counterattack by Alexis Saelemaekers, Christopher Nkunku receives the ball unmarked but fails to finish calmly, sending it over Napoli’s goal and wasting the Rossoneri’s best opportunity.

Following Napoli’s intense high press, AC Milan’s players have struggled to shine offensively. Although Christian Pulisic looks for opportunities, he has few teammates available to finish his plays. Nonetheless, Alexis Saelemaekers delivered an almost perfect cross that Adrien Rabiot sent toward goal, but it went well over the bar.

Competitiveness is at its peak, as Adrien Rabiot  received a yellow card after a hard foul on Matteo Politano!

Elmas came very close to scoring for Napoli. After Mike Maignan struggled to control the ball and lost possession, the Napoli midfielder seized the opportunity and attempted a finish, but his shot went well over the bar.

Christian Pulisic recovered the ball and found Loftus-Cheek on the right wing. After attempting to find an optimal position in the area, Alexis Saelemaekers received the ball and took a shot, but it sailed too high.

With a solid performances of Lobotka and Elmas, Napoli have been able to regain the possession of the ball, holding AC Milan’s offense and creating more scoring chances.

After recovering the ball in the midfield, David Neres receives the ball and passes it to Rasmus Hojlund, who passes it back, leaving the Brazilian with a great chance. Nonetheless, Mike Maignan save it.

While Rafael Leao is missing, AC Milan have been shinning in the offense, showcasing the impressive performance of the midfield with Ruben Loftus-Cheek arriving at the solid chance that was saved by Milinkovic-Savic.

Napoli and AC Milan are already competing for a spot in the 2025 Supercoppa Italiana final at the Al-Awwal Park Stadium.

Even though Italy boast historic venues like San Siro Stadium and Diego Maradona Stadium, today's 2025 Supercoppa Italiana semifinal will take place outside European grounds. In a surprising twist, Napoli and AC Milan will face off at Al-Awwal Park Stadium in Saudi Arabia. With a current capacity of 26,004 fans, this venue serves as the home ground for Cristiano Ronaldo's Al Nassr.

With the key absences of Kevin de Bruyne, Frank Anguissa, Billy Gilmour and Alex Meret, Napoli have already announced their lineup to face AC Milan in the 2025 Supercoppa Italiana, holding Scott McTominay at the spearhead.

With the goal of securing their first final of the season, AC Milan face Napoli today in the 2025 Supercoppa Italiana. Even if the Rossoneri have remain as undefeated, the spotlight turns towards Luka Modric absence in today’s game, worrying fans on his conditioning.

Without Rafael Leao and Luka Modric, AC Milan decided to face Napoli, introducing some unusual stars as Jashari, De Winter or Pervis Estupiñan.

Napoli and AC Milan will face each other at 2:00 pm (ET) or 11:00 am (PT)

In case you want to watch the the 2025 Supercoppa Italiana semifinal, FS2, Fubo and ViX will be you option in the United States!

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